Knight Foundry

Knight Foundry Knight Foundry, in Sutter Creek, CA, is one of America’s last water-powered foundry & machine shops

Knight Foundry, set in the heart of Sutter Creek, is America’s last water-powered foundry and machine shop. Established in 1873 by Samuel Knight, this extraordinary facility includes the unique historic equipment and machinery, still in place in its original context, just as it was during its gold rush-era heyday. Knight Foundry is nationally recognized as a National Historic Mechanical Engineerin

g Landmark and a California Registered Historical Landmark. The Foundry is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and was once named by the National Trust for Historic Preservation as one of America’s eleven most endangered historic places.

Two weeks away… and the table is waiting. ✨ Join us for the 9th Annual Feast at the Foundry, an unforgettable evening wh...
09/05/2026

Two weeks away… and the table is waiting. ✨ Join us for the 9th Annual Feast at the Foundry, an unforgettable evening where history, craftsmanship and community come together under the glow of the Foundry lights. ⚒️

Gather with friends, enjoy a delicious tri-tip and chicken dinner, listen to live music and celebrate the preservation of one of Sutter Creek’s most treasured historic landmarks.

One of the standout favorites of the evening is always our silent auction and raffle featuring unique items, experiences and surprises while helping support the continued mission of the Knight Foundry Alliance.

Saturday, September 19, 2026
6 PM–9 PM
📍 Knight Foundry | Sutter Creek, CA

🎟️ Seating is limited. Reserve your seat today!

Your ticket helps support the preservation, education and restoration efforts that keep this piece of California history alive for generations to come.

Come gather around the table, celebrate community and experience an evening worth remembering.

Purchase tickets at KnightFoundry.com or visit the Knight Foundry Gift Shop during open tour days, or visit the Sutter Creek Visitor Center.

Looking for a way to get involved and make a difference right here in your community? Discover the many local organizat...
09/03/2026

Looking for a way to get involved and make a difference right here in your community? Discover the many local organizations working to make Sutter Creek stronger at the Sutter Creek Nonprofit Fair “Meet & Greet”! 🤝 Sutter Creek Foundation

Join us for an evening of connection, conversation and community as you meet local clubs, nonprofits and volunteer opportunities and learn how even a few hours a month can create a meaningful impact.

September 24
📍 Historic Sutter Creek Grammar School
Drop in anytime between 6:00–8:00 PM
☕ Refreshments provided

Whether you’re passionate about history, service, community events, emergency response or simply want to meet your neighbors, there’s a place for you to get involved. ❤️

Come say hello, explore local organizations and discover where your time and talents can make a difference. Mark your calendar and join us!

We have two spaces open for this Saturdays class! Sept 5 from 9am-2pmIf you’d like to join please text (707) 548-7556 by...
09/03/2026

We have two spaces open for this Saturdays class! Sept 5 from 9am-2pm

If you’d like to join please text (707) 548-7556 by Thursday

⚒️ Step inside history at Knight Foundry. For more than 150 years, the sounds of craftsmanship, innovation, and hard wor...
09/02/2026

⚒️ Step inside history at Knight Foundry. For more than 150 years, the sounds of craftsmanship, innovation, and hard work echoed through these walls. From the hands of the foundry workers who built machinery for California’s mining industry to the artisans keeping these traditions alive today, every corner tells a story.

This September, we invite you to experience one of California’s last remaining water-powered foundries, explore historic machinery, learn the stories behind the craftsmen, and see where history and craftsmanship meet.

Upcoming Open Days:
📍 Saturday, September 12 | 10 AM–3 PM
Guided tours with our knowledgeable docents

📍 Saturday, September 26 | 10 AM–2 PM
Self-guided tours with our interactive tablets

No reservations required. Come curious, leave inspired.

⚒️ While you’re here, don’t miss our upcoming classes and events, including Intro to Blacksmithing and the Feast at the Foundry on September 19.

📍81 Eureka Street, Sutter Creek, CA
🎟️ Plan your visit today at KnightFoundry.com

The table is almost set… and we’d love for you to join us.We are so excited to be nearing an unforgettable evening at Fe...
09/02/2026

The table is almost set… and we’d love for you to join us.
We are so excited to be nearing an unforgettable evening at Feast at the Foundry.

Join us on Saturday, September 19 from 6–9 PM for a special night celebrating the history, craftsmanship and community that have kept the Knight Foundry’s legacy alive.

Enjoy a delicious tri-tip and chicken dinner, live music, a silent auction, raffle and an evening spent gathering under the lights at one of Sutter Creek’s most treasured historic landmarks.

But this evening is about more than a meal…your support helps preserve and protect the Knight Foundry, supporting ongoing restoration efforts, educational opportunities and the mission to keep this piece of California history alive for generations to come.
The table is filling and we’re in the final stretch. We would love to welcome you, your friends and your family for a night to remember.

Reserve your seat today and be part of the story.
🎟️ Tickets available at KnightFoundry.com

Less than 100 seats remain for one of Knight Foundry’s most anticipated nights of the year! ❤️ The 9th Annual Feast at t...
08/26/2026

Less than 100 seats remain for one of Knight Foundry’s most anticipated nights of the year! ❤️ The 9th Annual Feast at the Foundry returns Saturday, September 19, for an unforgettable evening inside one of California’s most historic industrial landmarks.

Picture long tables beneath the lights of the Foundry, a delicious tri-tip & chicken dinner, live music, a silent auction, raffle prizes and an evening spent gathering with friends and community while supporting the preservation of Knight Foundry. 🤎⚙️

And with fewer than 100 seats left, now is the time to make your plans. Feast at the Foundry sells out every year and we need to finalize our guest count soon…so please don’t wait until the last minute!

Saturday, September 19, 2026 | 6–9 PM
🎟️ $85 per person | $75 for Knight Foundry Alliance members

Purchase your tickets now at knightfoundry.com, at the Knight Foundry Gift Shop on the second or fourth Saturday of the month or at the Sutter Creek Visitor Center.

Come feast, celebrate and help keep Knight Foundry history alive. ❤️ Less than 100 seats remain! Gather your group and reserve yours today!

Twenty-one foundrymen… and one very good dog. 🐾🤎 In honor of National Dog Day, we’re giving a little extra attention to ...
08/26/2026

Twenty-one foundrymen… and one very good dog. 🐾🤎 In honor of National Dog Day, we’re giving a little extra attention to one of our favorite faces in the Knight Foundry archives.

Look closely at this historic photograph and you’ll spot a four-legged companion sitting right alongside the Foundry crew. The image was taken sometime after the 1936 fire and while we may not know this pup’s name or story, we love knowing that dogs were finding their way into the everyday moments of Knight Foundry history, too.

More than 90 years later, this little member of the crew still deserves their moment in the spotlight. 🐕⚙️

Happy National Dog Day from Knight Foundry!
Do you have a shop dog, office dog or four-legged coworker of your own? Tell us their name below. 🐾

We had another great month during our 4th Saturday Blacksmithing class. Congratulations to Marcus on finishing his pinea...
08/23/2026

We had another great month during our 4th Saturday Blacksmithing class. Congratulations to Marcus on finishing his pineapple twist & Diggs for learning to punch holes & hot cut metal!

We have two monthly classes. One on the 2nd Monday of the month & one on the 4th Saturday of the month. Both cost $55 per student & both you must be a member of the CBA (California Blacksmithing Association) & 15 years or older. We have a few open spaces in both classes, if you’re interested in joining you can email - [email protected] or text (707) 548-7556 to sign up. If you reach out, please include which class you’re interested in.

The countdown is on… only three weeks to go until the 9th Annual Feast at the Foundry! ✨Join us on Saturday, September 1...
08/21/2026

The countdown is on… only three weeks to go until the 9th Annual Feast at the Foundry! ✨

Join us on Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 6–9 PM for an unforgettable evening at the historic Knight Foundry filled with delicious food, live music, a silent auction, raffle and the one-of-a-kind atmosphere that makes this community celebration so special.

Enjoy a tri-tip and chicken dinner, gather with friends and experience an evening supporting the preservation of one of Sutter Creek’s most treasured historic landmarks.

🎟️ We’re getting close and there are fewer than 100 seats remaining!

Don’t wait! Reserve your seat today and be part of an evening where history, community and celebration come together. ❤️ 🎟️ Tickets available at knightfoundry.com, at the Sutter Creek Visitor Center and at the Knight Foundry Gift Shop (open 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month).

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81 Eureka Street
Sutter Creek, CA
95685

Telephone

(209) 560-6160

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